Port Askaig 15 Years Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50.5%

With no named distillery on the label, Port Askaig sticks to a tradition of discretion, letting the whisky itself speak for Islay's character.

Expert Review

Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 50.5% ABV.

Port Askaig 15 Years Old is a limited edition single malt whisky from Islay – and as always with Port Askaig, the distillery itself is kept undisclosed, in line with an old tradition among independent bottlers on the island. The whisky is bottled at high natural strength without filtration.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is smoky with tar, salt and a hint of citrus.

Palate

The palate is powerful with peat, soot and a rich sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long and smoky, with lingering salt.

Specifications

Name: Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5%
Distillery: Port Askaig
Region: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 Years
ABV: 50.5%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Edition: Limited Edition
EAN No.: 5061035820426

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Powerful

Did You Know?

Port Askaig is named after the ferry port itself on Islay, from which the whole island's whisky has historically been shipped out to the rest of Scotland.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5%

What does Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% taste like?

Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 50.5% ABV.

Which glass suits Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Port Askaig?

Port Askaig is known for a style that comes through clearly in Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Port Askaig 15 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.